• The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter

  • By: Ken Gunter
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The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter

By: Ken Gunter
  • Summary

  • Founded with the belief that what makes a great athlete makes a great person, each week Ken interviews the brightest minds in sports performance, strength and conditioning, mental performance and wellness to understand what today's elite athletes are doing to perform at the highest levels. Through exploration of new concepts and methods he’ll seek to understand how you can apply this to reach your own athletic goals, but more importantly your potential as a person. Because although your playing days might be behind you, don’t you owe it to yourself and those who count on you to approach your role as Partner, Parent and Professional with the same commitment to greatness?
    Copyright 2020 Ken Gunter
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Episodes
  • 84. Joey Imbesi - Welcome to the World of Ostrich. The Sustainable, Superior Prehistoric Red Meat
    Sep 30 2023

    In today's insightful episode, we have the privilege of exploring the untapped potential and innovations in ostrich farming with Joey Imbesi, the visionary founder of Briardale Ostrich Farms. Through his pioneering work, Joey is rewriting the narratives around sustainable agriculture, offering an alternative that is both eco-friendly and rich in nutritional value. This conversation unveils the multifaceted world of ostrich farming, delving into its numerous benefits, the robust immune systems of ostriches, and its crucial role in developing sustainable food systems.

    Joey’s journey is not just a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit but also a beacon for sustainable and ethical farming practices. In our conversation, he sheds light on the inherent benefits of ostrich meat, especially for those affected by Alpha-Gal Syndrome, and the ecological advantages of raising ostriches over traditional livestock. Discover the challenges and rewards of ostrich farming, understand the nutritional value of ostrich meat, and grasp the significant impact it holds for our future in this enlightening conversation with Joey Imbesi. Join us as we navigate through diverse topics from sustainability to health, unraveling the stories and science behind Briardale Ostrich Farms.

    Follow Joey Imbesi:
    website - https://briardaleostrichfarm.com/
    Social: @briardaleostrichfarm

    For Our Listeners:
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    Follow The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter:
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kengunter
    Instagram: @kengunter_tpa
    Website: https://www.kengunter.com/
    YouTube: Ken Gunter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast
    Audio recorded with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter
    Audio Produced By: Justin Gunter
    Show Produced By: Ken Gunter, Justin Gunter
    Content Designer: Austin Suit
    Music: “Up and Down” by Patrick Sweany

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    40 mins
  • 83. Justin A Williams - The Host of the Trend Podcast, Professor, Editorial Director at the New York Trend
    Jul 29 2022

    This week Ken is the guest! Prof. Justin A Williams is the host of the Trend with Justin A Williams Podcast, an extension of the New York Trend. Together they discuss a range of topics from mindset, athletic training, and how your goals can change as you age.

     

    Support the Show with Patreon: 

    https://www.patreon.com/kengunter

     

    Chapters: 

    00:00 - Flannel shirts, grunge and the 90’s

    05:00 - College sport workouts and off season training comparisons 

    09:30 - What sports are like when growing up, talented vs effort

    13:30 - How Justin and Ken met in college

    15:00 - How to maintain being an athlete after the career is over

    29:00 - Accessing flow state

    35:00 - Training based on your strengths and interests

    43:00 - Everything is individualized

    50:00 - Consistency over time

    52:00 - How Ken started his podcast

    62:30 - Closing

     

    Mentioned in Today’s Show: 

    New York Trend Website: newyorktrendnyc.com

     

    Follow The Trend Podcast:

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1T1gBk8pxQKC6XN9oTgQuV

    Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trend-with-justin-a-williams/id1549738308

     

    Follow Justin A Williams:

    Email: thetrendwithjustinawilliams@gmail.com

    Instagram: @thetrendwithjustinawilliams

    Host IG/Twitter: @dubzeverlasting

     

    For Our Listeners:

    Hyperice 10% discount for our listeners - https://bit.ly/3IalDa1

    Libsyn use promo code “KEN” for 2 months FREE - https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC 

     

    Follow The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter:

    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kengunter

    Instagram: @kengunter_tpa

    Website: https://www.kengunter.com/

    YouTube: Ken Gunter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast

    Audio recorded with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter

    Audio Produced By: Justin Gunter

    Show Produced By: Ken Gunter, Justin Gunter

    Content Designer: Austin Suit

    Music: “Up and Down” by Patrick Sweany

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 82. George Mumford - “Phil Jackson’s Secret Weapon”. Creating Flow States, Approaching Adversity and Elevating Your Performance with Mindfulness Expert George Mumford
    Jul 21 2022

    George Mumford is the guy you bring in to help the best athletes in the world from Michael Jordan to Kobe Bryant elevate their mental game. Well, at least if you're Phil Jackson. George is a Giant in the world of mental performance coaching and has worked with some of the greatest athletes to ever play the game of basketball. He is also the author of “The Mindful Athlete - Secrets to Pure Performance” and has worked with athletes and individuals all over the world to help them improve their performance and increase their quality of life.

     

    In today’s show George does not let us down. He explains why he reads the same book multiple times and how we are in a constant state of change. George talks about his background and own challenges that uniquely led him to becoming the mental performance coach to NBA legends. Discusses the importance of perspective and imagination when faced with adversity. Gives a brief introduction to mindfulness and the 5 super powers. His approach to helping elite athletes find the next level of performance. How to prepare yourself to find your flow state. The relationship between challenge and growth. Finally leaves us with some wise words on the importance of meaningful work.

     

    Support the Show with Patreon: 

    https://www.patreon.com/kengunter

     

    Chapters: 

    0:00 - Why Reading the Same Book Teaches you something new - Constant Change

    4:53 - George’s Background 

    11:00 - Adversity and perspective - viewing obstacles as stepping stones

    15:00 - Lessons from Michael Jordan on responding to adversity

    21:00 - George’s definition of Mindfulness and the 5 superpowers

    25:00 - George’s approach to training elite athletes and finding the next level

    36:00: - How to prepare yourself to be in a flow state

    42:00 - Growth and challenging oneself to push your boundaries and reach your potential

    48:00 - Meaningful work

     

    Mentioned in Today’s Show: 

    George’s Book:  The Mindful Athlete - Secrets to Pure Performance

     

    Follow George Mumford:

    Website - https://georgemumford.com/

    Social: @george.mumford

     

    For Our Listeners:

    Hyperice 10% discount for our listeners - https://bit.ly/3IalDa1

    Libsyn use promo code “KEN” for 2 months FREE - https://bit.ly/3tNkpxC

     

    Follow The Professional Athlete Podcast with Ken Gunter:

    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kengunter

    Instagram: @kengunter_tpa

    Website: https://www.kengunter.com/

    YouTube: Ken Gunter https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRhgjkoSiJXAbS_MIasvvzQ/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kengunterpodcast

    Audio recorded with SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/?ref=kengunter

    Audio Produced By: Justin Gunter

    Show Produced By: Ken Gunter, Justin Gunter

    Content Designer: Austin Suit

    Music: “Up and Down” by Patrick Sweany

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    59 mins

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